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Mountain biking shoes have come a long way, and Pearl Izumi has some amazing offerings that combine the stiffness of a cycling shoe with the comfort of a trail walker. The Men's X-Alp Seek IV WRX is literally the best of both worlds. The stiff nylon plate with the dual density EVA midsole provides great walkability, while the mesh and synthetic leather upper offers excellent water resistance with optimal breathability.

Dual-density EVA outsole/midsole has denser EVA between pedal and foot placed to absorb shock, return energy and provide cushioning on and off bike

Just recently purchased these shoes - I spend a lot of time on bicylces as I ride the road, trails and just around town - These shoes I will use primarily for the road although I do have a pair of very similar Pearl Izumi that I use on the trails for mountain biking

The shoes are failry light, stiff in the sole where needed and very comfortable to walk in - I very much like the fact they "breath" and I can feel the air and that does indeed cool the feet.

They are stylish and feel comforable wearing them anywhere - I would definitely purchase another pair - I now have 3 pairs of Pearl Izumis that I found on sale and am exrememly happy with all three and especailly happy with the price

This is my second pair of the PI X-Alp variety. The first pair had both a velcro and lace closure. This pair has laces only, but that seems to work just fine. I also had to buy this pair one size larger than my first pair, due to size availablilty, but they still feel great on my feet. I sure hope PI keeps making this style of shoe in the future. I'll keep buying them.

The shoe has a solid sole to protect my feet from my spiky platform pedals which is what I wanted.

I needed to remove the clip guard that sits in the middle of the forefoot to keep the shoe from sliding off my pedals. I wish the shoe had come with instructions that this was an option because I didn't know and suffered for some time with my foot sliding off. Finally, another biker told me what to do.

The sizing runs very small, as stated already, both lengthwise and in width. Otherwise, they're comfortable and good looking shoes.

Shoes are quite heavy but they appear well made and should be very durable. Do not follow the size chart when ordering these shoes. I have a pair of road bike shoes that fit perfectly and are size 45. I ordered a size 46 for these shoes and they are almost too short. I would return them for a 47 but don't want the problems related to sending them back and waiting for the replacements. I should have ordered two sizes larger than what I normally wear for these bike shoes.